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Idaho job fair has opportunities for Veterans and Active Military

Idaho job fair has opportunities for Veterans and Active Military

The Idaho Department of Labor is hosting a hiring event for Veterans and Active Military. There will be 42 employers on hand looking to fill open positions. 

As of now, there are only eight veterans registered for the event, says Nicole Hauffman of the Idaho Department of Labor. Hauffman hopes that more will sign up for this great opportunity. The hiring event is open to Veterans, Active Military, Guard/Reservists and their families.

The job fair gives members of our military an active opportunity to meet with many different employers that are looking to hire all under one roof. Participants are asked to come prepared with their resumes and dressed for possible interviews. 

There will also be a Business Boot Camp event. This workshop will offer advice and guidance on planning for success and financing opportunities. 

To register for these events go to http://labor.idaho.gov/idahoevents/default.aspx

Hiring our Heroes: May 22, 2013

Final Hoopfest registration deadline is Monday

Final Hoopfest registration deadline is Monday

You have until Monday, May 20th, to get those Hoopfest entries in. This is the final deadline to play in the largest three on three basketball tournament in the world.

Unfortunately, the deadline for guaranteed entry has already passed, this entries made for the Monday deadline will be granted on a space available basis. But don't fret, even if you aren't able to play there are still plenty of opportunities to volunteer. Hoopfest is still need of general volunteers as well as people to act as court monitors. 

Visit http://spokanehoopfest.net to register as a player or to sign up as a volunteer.

Footloose in the Palouse turns your attic finds into eBay treasure

Footloose in the Palouse turns your attic finds into eBay treasure

Do you know what collectibles may be lurking in your attic? A new business in Rockford is here to help you turn those attic finds into cash treasures.

 

Laurie and Bill Benson opened Footloose in the Palouse, an eBay consignment business in early March, and so far they've been greeted with great enthusiasm.

 

“Everyday is like Christmas, you never know what's going to walk through the door,” says Laurie adding that they'll sell anything online. The Benson's are working hard to not only sell items on eBay for their clients, but also to educate the community on what has become collectible.

 

Pink tractor at the finish line

Pink tractor at the finish line

Race for the Cure runners will be greeted by something new at the finish line this year. A bright pink tractor. Northwest Farm Credit Services have been working with volunteers and donors from across the North Idaho and Eastern Washington region to get the tractor ready in time for its race day debut.

 

Northwest FCS is the finish line sponsor at this year's Race for the Cure and they wanted something big to greet finishers. Jennifer Rohrer, the Public Relations Communications Coordinator, saw a picture of a pink tractor online and thought it would be a great way to represent the communities that they serve.

 

NIC Graphic Design Program Awarded Grant

NIC Graphic Design Program Awarded Grant

The North Idaho College graphic design program has been awarded a one time investment of $6,000 as well as a grant that will fund annual scholarships.

Jobs Plus Inc. of Coeur d'Alene presented the program with the investment which will be used to purchase equipment and technology to support the needs of the program. Panhandle State Bank, Avista, Empire Airlines, Mountain West Bank and Kootenai Health all contributed to the $6,000.

In addition to that, Jobs Plus will also donate $4,000 annually to fund scholarships for up to  two students. A condition of the scholarship is that the recipients will design, support and maintain a new website for Jobs Plus. The partnership will allow Jobs Plus to attract new business to the area while showcasing the talent in NIC's graphic deign program.

Idaho Spring Job Fair

Idaho Spring Job Fair

The Idaho Department of Labor is hosting their Spring Job Fair tomorrow in Post Falls. Over 40 employers are confirmed to be there and are ready to hire in the next 60-90 days.

There are two job fairs a year, one in the spring and another in the fall. Frank Garcia of the Department of Labor says the goal of the job fair is to connect job seekers with employers that have current openings. Employers are from around North Idaho as well as some from the Spokane area. 

The event will be held at Real Life Ministries in Post Falls from 10am-2pm on Wednesday, April 17th. Make sure to dress for an interview and bring your resume. 

Real Life Ministries, 1866 North Cecil Road, Post Falls, Id.

Employers attending include:

Spokane-Style Beer is Federally Approved

Spokane-Style Beer is Federally Approved

No-Li Brewhouse has been crafting beer in the Northwest since 1993. Their branding pays homage to their love of Spokane and the region. Now, No-Li has put Spokane on the map as a major force in the world of craft brews. Earlier this week No-Li announced that they have gotten federal approval for a new style of craft beer. Spokane-Style.

 

What makes a beer Spokane-Style? Well, first off it must be brewed and packaged in Spokane. But the origin of the beer goes beyond that. To be classified as Spokane-Style all the ingredients must come from within 300 miles of the city. Naturally, all of No-Li beers fall under the category of Spokane-Style.

 

No-Li attributes its close to home ingredients for driving its demand in other areas of the country. Whole Foods carries it in Washington D.C. and the largest liquor stores in Colorado have started selling the brand as well. No-Li is on tap both at Safeco Field and Century Link Field in Seattle.